verb
also en·er·gise -ˌjīz
Etymology: energy + -ize
intransitive verb
: to put forth energy : act
transitive verb
1. : to impart energy to : make active
energize the will
2. : to make energetic or vigorous
energize the administration of an office
3. : to make an electric circuit alive electrically by applying voltage to
allow current to flow from the battery to energize the windings — Joseph Heitner
Synonyms: see strengthen , vitalize